We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Purchasing Administrator to join a successful electro-mechanical manufacturing business. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with purchasing, procurement, supply chain or buying experience who enjoys working in a technical manufacturing environment and wants to play a key role in supporting production and customer delivery.
As a vital member of the operations team, you will be responsible for ensuring materials, components and services are sourced efficiently, maintaining accurate purchasing records, and building strong relationships with suppliers to support our production schedules.
Key Responsibilities of the new Purchasing Administrator Raise and manage purchase orders for electronic and mechanical components, materials and services. Monitor supplier delivery schedules and expedite orders where necessary. Maintain accurate purchasing, supplier and inventory data within the ERP/MRP system. Liaise with suppliers to obtain quotations, confirm lead times and negotiate delivery requirements. Support inventory management activities and help minimise stock shortages. Work closely with Production, Engineering, Stores and Planning teams to ensure material availability. Assist with supplier performance monitoring and cost-saving initiatives. Resolve invoice, pricing and delivery discrepancies. Produce purchasing reports and support continuous improvement activities.What We're Looking for in the new Purchasing Administrator Previous experience in a Purchasing Administrator, Purchasing Assistant, Procurement Administrator, Buyer or Supply Chain support role. Experience within a manufacturing, engineering, electronics or electro-mechanical environment would be highly advantageous. Strong administrative and organisational skills with excellent attention to detail. Confident communicator with the ability to build effective supplier relationships. ERP/MRP system experience preferred. Proficient in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office. Ability to prioritise workload and work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Positive, proactive and team-oriented approach.What's on Offer for the new Purchasing Administrator Opportunity to work within a technologically advanced manufacturing business. Ongoing training and development. Supportive and collaborative working environment. Career progression opportunities within purchasing and supply chain functions. Company pension and additional benefits.Apply TodayIf you are an organised purchasing professional looking to develop your career within a growing electro-mechanical manufacturing business, we would love to hear from you.
Due to the volume of applications we receive, unfortunately we are not able to respond to every application personally, therefore, if you have not heard back from us within 5 working days please assume your application has been unsuccessful. To see our other available vacancies please visit our website
INDENG Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed
All Job Ads are subject to GrabJobs’s Terms of Service. We allow users to flag postings that may be in violation of those terms. Job Ads may also be flagged by GrabJobs moderation team. However, no moderation system is perfect, and flagging a posting does not ensure that it will be removed.
Be the first to receive the latest Others Full-Time Jobs in the UK.
Setup your job alert:
By activating job alerts, I agree to GrabJobs Terms & Privacy Policy. I can unsubscribe to job alerts anytime.
Skip
GrabJobs is the no1 job portal in the UK, connecting you to thousands of jobs fast!
Find the best jobs in the UK, apply in 1 click and get a job today!